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Complete Pregnancy & Maternity Care in Nagpur
Pregnancy is an important stage of life, and having the right medical guidance can make the journey easier to understand.
From planning a pregnancy to regular antenatal care and monitoring a high-risk pregnancy, your healthcare needs can change at different stages. Your age, medical history, previous pregnancies, existing health conditions and current pregnancy all play a role in deciding the care you may need.
Dr Payal Agrawal is a Fertility Consultant, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist providing preconception counselling, pregnancy care and high-risk pregnancy care in Nagpur.
What Does Pregnancy & Maternity Care Include?
Pregnancy and maternity care includes medical support before and during pregnancy, including preconception counselling, routine pregnancy care and care for pregnancies that may require closer monitoring.
The appropriate care depends on your health, pregnancy history, stage of pregnancy and individual medical needs. The purpose is to monitor your health and pregnancy, identify concerns when they arise and help you understand the next steps in your care.
Our Pregnancy & Maternity Services
Planning a pregnancy allows you to discuss your health before conception.
A preconception consultation can help review your medical and reproductive history, existing health conditions, medications and previous pregnancy experiences. It can also provide an opportunity to discuss concerns you may have before trying to conceive.
Your doctor may discuss:
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Menstrual and reproductive history
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Previous pregnancies and pregnancy losses
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Existing medical conditions
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Current medications
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Previous surgeries or treatments
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Lifestyle and nutritional considerations
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Any concerns related to planning a pregnancy
The aim is to understand your individual situation and help you prepare for pregnancy with appropriate medical guidance.
1. Preconception Counselling
Regular pregnancy care helps your doctor monitor your health and the progress of your pregnancy.
Your care may include scheduled consultations, monitoring, appropriate investigations and discussions about symptoms or changes during pregnancy.
The care you need can vary depending on your stage of pregnancy and individual circumstances.
During your pregnancy consultations, you can also discuss common concerns related to pregnancy, including changes in your body, nutrition, medications, physical activity and other questions that may arise.
2. Pregnancy Care
Some pregnancies require closer monitoring because of existing medical conditions, previous pregnancy complications or factors identified during the current pregnancy.
Being told that you have a high-risk pregnancy can naturally feel worrying. It is important to understand what makes the pregnancy high-risk and what type of monitoring or care may be appropriate.
Factors that may require additional attention can include:
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Previous pregnancy complications
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Previous pregnancy loss
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Existing medical conditions
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Complications identified during the current pregnancy
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Multiple pregnancy
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Age-related pregnancy considerations
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Other factors identified during medical evaluation
The care plan is individualized. Not every high-risk pregnancy requires the same investigations, treatment or frequency of follow-up.
3. IUI Treatment
When Should You See an Obstetrician?
You may want to consult an obstetrician if:
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You are planning a pregnancy and want preconception counselling or guidance.
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You have recently become pregnant and want to begin regular pregnancy care.
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You have an existing medical condition or a history of complications during a previous pregnancy.
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You have experienced previous pregnancy loss or have been advised that your current pregnancy needs closer monitoring.
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You have concerns or symptoms during pregnancy and want professional guidance about your pregnancy and maternity care.
If you have a known health concern or previous pregnancy complication, discussing your situation with a doctor early can help determine what care may be appropriate.
What Happens During a Pregnancy Consultation?
Your doctor may ask about your current pregnancy, previous pregnancies, medical conditions, medications, surgeries and other relevant health information.
1. Understanding your history
If you have previous pregnancy records, blood tests, ultrasound reports or other medical reports, these can provide useful information for your consultation.
2. Reviewing previous reports
Your age, pregnancy history, medical conditions and current pregnancy can all influence your care.
Your doctor can assess the available information and identify whether routine care or closer monitoring may be appropriate.
3. Assessing your individual needs
Depending on your stage of pregnancy and medical history, appropriate investigations and follow-up may be recommended.
The specific tests and frequency of visits depend on your individual situation.
4. Discussing investigations and monitoring
Pregnancy care involves ongoing monitoring. Your doctor can explain when you need your next consultation and what to expect during the different stages of pregnancy.
5. Planning follow-up
A Patient-Focused Approach to Pregnancy Care
Pregnancy care should not be the same for every woman.
Dr Payal Agrawal's approach focuses on understanding your health, pregnancy history and current concerns before planning your care.
The consultation is an opportunity to understand:
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How your pregnancy is progressing.
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Whether any additional monitoring may be needed.
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What investigations may be appropriate.
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What symptoms or changes you should discuss with your doctor.
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What you can expect during different stages of pregnancy.
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What your next step should be.
The aim is to provide appropriate medical guidance based on your individual circumstances.